Gas is a natural part of the digestive process. But when it becomes excessive, it leads to stomach pain, heartburn, and bloating. The main causes are:
Eating habits: Eating too quickly can cause excessive air to be swallowed along with food (aerophagia). Eating while talking can also cause gas.
Foods that are difficult to digest: Eating too much of nuts, tubers (potatoes, yams), cabbage, cauliflower, etc. can cause gas. Gas is produced when some of the starches in these foods are broken down by bacteria in the large intestine.
Artificial drinks and sweeteners: Drinking carbonated drinks (soda, soft drinks) can cause air to be trapped in the stomach. In addition, foods with artificial sweeteners can also cause indigestion.
Food Intolerance: Some people have difficulty digesting dairy products (Lactose) and wheat (Gluten). This causes bloating and gas.
Constipation and a sedentary lifestyle: When you are constipated, waste products build up in the intestines and produce gas. Lying down immediately after eating and lack of exercise slow down digestion.
